Frequently Asked Questions

It is the technology’s performance that is unique. In just 0.8 seconds, the screen changes from dark to clear or from clear to dark. It simply cannot be compared with a standard photochromic lens, which takes more than 30 seconds to darken and many minutes to change back from dark to clear.
It is also insensitive to temperature; regardless of how hot or cold it is, performance remains the same. Finally, our system is water-tight and needs no batteries, making its use exactly the same as that of a traditional pair of sunglasses. Spic-e T is just much more intelligent.

Our years of experience in the design and production of frames for sports and premium glasses enabled us to come up with a robust frame, extremely lightweight, and whose ergonomics have been particularly studied to ensure a perfect fit.
The exclusive Spic-e T screen is injected with a very lightweight polymer, whose optical quality is far superior to that of polycarbonate, which is the most commonly used material for sports glasses. It also offers very high resistance.

The frame is made from bi-injected TR90, which is lightweight, extremely comfortable and very resistant. The ergonomic design has been developed, based on our 15 years’ experience in the design and production of premium, luxury and sports glasses. It fits well and stays perfectly in place, regardless of whether you are wearing a helmet or not. The exclusive spatula ensures a comfortable position above the ear. The slim, hinge-free branch applies slight pressure along its full length, making sure it remains in place without excessive pressure.

The shape of the lens has been specifically designed to optimise the visual field of a cyclist. This means the cheekbones are left clear to enable the wraparound screen to be as close as possible to the face. The raised top part is designed to ensure total protection, even for cyclists in the aero stance.

Our glasses obviously filter 100% UV. They are UV 400 certified. The technology we use works in all situations, even behind a visor or a windshield, unlike standard photochromic lenses that are only sensitive to UV.

Their performance is unique: in just 0.8 seconds, the screen changes from dark to clear or from clear to dark. It simply cannot be compared with a standard photochromic lens, which takes more than 30 seconds to darken and many minutes to change back from dark to clear.
Our research enabled determination of the ideal darkening time to allow the eye to adjust and to avoid any stroboscopic effects.

Of course, we are aware that this technology would be highly beneficial to anyone who wears glasses.
However, we wanted to start with the world of sport. The use of our technology in extreme conditions will be an ideal guarantee when we broaden our range.

We intend to develop a set of ecosystems related to cycling, both in a sporting context (performance) and in urban settings (safety). Our aim is that our community will be 100% devoted to the pleasures of cycling… while we take care of the rest.